Delta State Governor, Dr. Emmanuel Uduaghan yesterday Sunday intervened in the internal crisis going on in Itsekiri land between the monarch, Ogiame Atunwase II and his subjects.
The Governor appealed to the men, women and youths to remain calm and peaceful as “ efforts were on to ensure that reasons prevailed over the matter.”
Dr. Uduaghan who addressed them at the Olu of Warri, Ogiame Atunwase II’s palace ground, assured the people that “everything will come back to normal soon as all efforts were being made to address their grievances.”
He informed them that he has already discussed with Olu of Warri, Ogiame Atunwse II, Chiefs and Youths and all parties were willing to give peace a chance.
The Governor thanked the youths for conducting themselves in a peaceful manner and urged them to remain peaceful.
The Leader of the Youths, Mr. Omolubi Newuwuni had appealed to the youths to listen to the governor as he has come to ensure that peace was maintained in the kingdom.